Teachers this is valuable info ldatschool.ca/effective-pare…

Using assistive technology is NOT cheating. It is levelling an uneven playing field so that students can access curriculum and show what they actually know. Equity is not everyone getting the same thing. It is everyone getting what they NEED.

A learning disability is NOT the same as an intellectual disability. A lot of people think that learning disabilities are related to intelligence. WRONG! Most people with LD have average or above-average intelligence.

“Introducing a targeted federal income program is an effective, impactful way to make [inclusion] happen.” Krista Carr discusses the need for a federal program that supports people with #disabilities living in poverty. bit.ly/3vDe5Ij

This is the ultimate list of sensory accommodations. Save this graphic.

We cannot talk about Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) without talking about how injustices, racism & other forms of oppression experienced by students impact their mental health and wellbeing.

The #RightToRead report made lots of mentions of Oral Language Skills, but do you know how to support these skills in the classroom? Our new article "Supporting Oral Language in the Classroom" and the accompanying Educator Toolkit can help. Learn more: ldatschool.ca/supporting-ora…

Important reminder. 🙌

When kids struggle to learn, it can lower their self-esteem. They might have been told they’re not trying hard enough. Or they might worry that they’re not as smart as other kids. If they’re ashamed about their struggles, socializing can feel even harder.

Have you ever completed one of our #LearningModules? They are 45 - 60 minute guided explorations of topics related to #LDs. And they're a great way to improve your teaching practice! Find all of our learning modules at: ldatschool.ca/learning-modul…

Same-sex marriage is not a gay privilege sydesjokes.blogspot.com/2023/04/same-s…

Found a new shirt today @tripridefest.

Olivia Chow is the FIRST racialized person to become mayor of Toronto. Talk about representation! It only took 189 years (since 1834) to see some representation. History is made today. It's worth celebrating!

Do you have a child with a developmental disability between 0-5 years old? Are you feeling overwhelmed about finding the right services for your child in #Toronto? We're here to help! 🤗 Sign up to meet with a Service Coordinator at Surrey Place: bit.ly/3JIK3uM

👋 Calling all Ontario Autism Program families! Did you know you can sign up for FREE Foundational Family Services? In July, don't miss our caregiver support groups and workshops on topics like mealtime routines, social skills & more! Find events: bit.ly/3HKLsOp #OAP

ONLY THREE SPOTS LEFT! August 23 @ 1:00pm - 3:00pm REGISTER NOW! Master Minds: Strategies for Persons with #Autism Spectrum Disorder aged 14-17 to Help with School and Homework - #FoundationalFamilyService kerrysplace.org/event/master-m… via @kerrysplace

ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT! October 11 @ 4:30pm - 5:30pm REGISTER NOW! All About You: A Support Group for Children Aged 8-12 Who Have Siblings with a Diagnosis of #Autism Spectrum Disorder - #FoundationalFamilyServices kerrysplace.org/event/all-abou… via @kerrysplace

Placing a vulnerable child with complex needs in the same physical classroom as other children in their grade without any additional supports for their safety and academic success is NOT true inclusion. Don’t use “equity” as an excuse to shortchange our kids. #OntEd